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People First
Workforce complexity meets people-first simplicity
In the world of work, it's People First
People First is the social HCM platform that keeps everything connected and simple. Designed for purpose-driven teams, it unites people, data and daily tasks in one easy solution. With built-in AI and real-time insights, you can hire, pay and support your people effortlessly. Because when work flows, your mission thrives.
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FAQs
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Yes. People First is available on any device — mobile or desktop. Employees can manage their HR tasks wherever they are, reducing pressure on managers and HR teams. With the communities feature, users stay updated on company news and connected with colleagues, fostering stronger engagement across the organization.
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People First includes a built-in social feed that functions like a collaborative workplace network. Employees can connect with peers, share updates and engage through likes and comments. It fosters community, supports recognition and breaks down communication silos across departments.
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People First is a cloud-based HCM platform designed to connect distributed teams. It delivers fast, easy access to tools and information employees need to stay aligned, productive and informed — no matter where they’re working. It strengthens communication, culture and team cohesion.
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Yes. People First includes built-in recruiting functionality. Post jobs internally, externally and on social channels for maximum reach. Skills, qualifications and certifications are stored against each role. Candidates are kept in the loop with real-time updates, and hiring teams can store resumes, interview notes and videos directly within candidate profiles.
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Absolutely. People First lets you build a comprehensive course catalog and empower employees to manage their own development through self-service booking. Courses are customizable with approval workflows, e-learning links and expiration settings. It supports internal and external training providers, connects learning to roles and maps progress to skill development.
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Yes. People First replaces traditional annual reviews with real-time check-ins that encourage consistent, two-way feedback. It helps organizations build a culture of transparency and ongoing development, giving managers and employees a simple way to stay aligned on goals and progress.
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People First enhances engagement by allowing employees to personalize their work experience and stay connected with peers. With built-in social tools, communication features and recognition capabilities, the platform promotes collaboration and builds a stronger sense of community across the workforce.
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Yes. People First simplifies time tracking with employee self-service tools. Team members can clock in/out and track overtime via the Digital Assistant or desktop. It also automates leave calculations — even for variable schedules — eliminating manual processes and improving accuracy.
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Yes. People First offers open APIs and a full integration library, allowing seamless connection with your existing systems. It ensures your workforce data flows freely between tools, enhancing efficiency and reducing duplication.
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People First is available through a network of certified partners across North America. To explore options or begin the purchasing process, please contact us. We’ll connect you with the partner best suited to your business needs.